A Tribute to 25 Years of Magic the Gathering / The Ultimate Fantasy

This year is a huge milestone for Wizards of the Coast as it marks Magic: The Gathering's 25th anniversary! Whether you discovered veteran game designer Richard Garfield's masterpiece early in life, or came to it recently, many of us have developed visceral memories and heartwarming experiences centered around the game. And this summer, Light Grey Art Lab along with 100+ artists, pays tribute to the creatives, epic creatures, powerful artifacts, mystical enchantments, and wanders that course the history of Magic: The Gathering and fantasy games.

MAGIC: THE GATHERING 25th Year Anniversary ExhibitionIt is no surprise that Magic: The Gathering has become one of the most enjoyed tabletop games on the market and features one of the most beloved fantasy worlds of all time. This tribute exhibition celebrates the worlds, visceral memories of playing the game, and encounters created via the captivating world within the cards visualized through the work of 50+ international creatives.

Paintings, illustrations, framed digital works, and inspired pieces pay homage to some of Magic: The Gathering’s unique lands, worlds, monsters, characters and the act of playing the game. This exhibition is not just about the visuals, experiences and friendships that have emerged from the game, but references some of the original contributors, content, and artists that made the game what it is today.

THE ULTIMATE FANTASY: Building worlds and making games can be fun, but it's no joke. Game artists pour endless time, creativity, blood, sweat, and tears into the worlds they create to facilitate exciting adventures, engaging design, and memorable experiences! And Light Grey Art Lab wants to give these worldbuilding professionals a moment to stand in the spotlight for The Ultimate Fantasy Exhibition.